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GYK 169W

1980 Ford Escort

Orange Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,176 mi
Last recorded79,176 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 1980 Ford Escort52,814 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYK 169W
MakeFord
ModelEscort
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2020 79,176 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 79,173 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 79,173 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 79,173 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 May 2015 79,173 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 79,173 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 79,093 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 78,707 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 78,207 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 76,730 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 64,410 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 57,419 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Escort?

Based on 4,961,191 MOT tests across 821,553 vehicles.

63.1%
Pass Rate
4,830
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
821,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 465,333
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 447,459
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 433,778
Brake pipe excessively corroded 419,450
constant velocity joint gaiter split 203,602
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GYK 169W is a 1980 Ford Escort in Orange with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Ford Escort models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 52,814 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Escort fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 465,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GYK 169W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Escort typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 46 years old, this Ford Escort is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GYK 169W registered?

GYK 169W is a 1980 Ford Escort, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is GYK 169W safe to buy?

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